...t to be a top-tier player in the next three years. That’s really important for disrupting the market and making new policies on the government side, and making our voices louder.” With mass production wrapping up, GAO's first version, which will test glucose levels, will roll out next month in Korea, pending FDA approval. For more info, visit bbbinc.me.​ By Elaine Ramirez (elaine@heraldcorp.com)

...all the barriers for foreign start-ups in Korea, Lai said Korea still holds a lot of potential for growth and diversity. “I definitely think there are a lot of opportunities and in Korea a lot of ideas can still happen.” By Stephanie McDonald and Elaine Ramirez ( elaine@heraldcorp.com ) This is the fifth article in a series on foreigners working in Korea’s technology start-up ecosystem. ― Ed.

...anies. … So we have to learn from others’ experiences and we can fine-tune them,” he said. “Ultimately, we’re all helping each other get through this.” The next Startup Grind event features a fireside chat with Dino Ha, CEO of cosmetics delivery company Memebox, on July 22 at Maru 180 in southern Seoul. For more information, visit startupgrind.com/seoul. By Elaine Ramirez (elaine@heraldcorp.com)

...n in Korean, English and Chinese at www.ipcampus.kr/oasis-visa and posts announcements on Facebook at www.facebook.com/oasiskipa , while the SMBA publishes at startup.go.kr in Korean only. By Elaine Ramirez (elaine@heraldcorp.com) This is the fourth article in a series on foreigners working in Korea’s technology start-up ecosystem. Sang Youn-joo and Stephanie McDonald contributed to this report. ― ...

...ood and a step forward, it should be mentioned,” he said. Visit the Korea Immigration Service at immigration.go.kr for official visa requirements and the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency at investkorea.org for foreign investment guidance. For consultations and more information on the OASIS program, contact Seoul Global Center at sgcbiz1@gmail.com. By Elaine Ramirez (elaine@heraldcorp.com)

...the industry, recruiting pitches from Korean start-ups and an hour of networking and interviews. The event runs Sunday 2-4 p.m. at Google’s Campus Seoul on floor B2 of Autoway Tower in Gangnam. From Samseong Station Exit 3, walk about 200 meters, passing Kyungnam Bank. For more information or to apply to attend, email events@jobsee.kr or visit jobsee.kr. By Elaine Ramirez (elaine@heraldcorp.com)

... was becoming more foreigner-friendly. “It might still be difficult, but I think it’s getting easier,” he said. “I’ve seen foreigners among start-up cofounders and among venture capitals in Korea. In every sector I’m starting to see one or a few foreigners. So I think that’s a good sign that we’re changing.” By Elaine Ramirez, Stephanie McDonald (elaine@heraldcorp.com)(smcdonald@heraldcorp.com)

...ort and build on the objectives made during the program, the company said. Applications will be accepted until May 24, and selected start-ups compete in a pitch day to determine the five winning teams. Up to two team members, one of whom must be comfortable with English, can participate in the program. For more information, visit www.acceleratekorea.com. By Elaine Ramirez (elaine@heraldcorp.com)

...gn tech startups have succeeded in penetrating the Naver nation, De Marco noted. “There’s something we’re not seeing, because if things were a bit easier, we would have seen more American start-ups or Western start-ups,” the Wideo chief said. “But that is something we’ll figure out.” By Elaine Ramirez (elaine@heraldcorp.com) Stephanie McDonald and Sang Youn-joo contributed to this report. ― Ed.

...nvestment. “I told (Yoon), ‘You can ask us every day to bring more foreign direct investment into Korea.’ People follow the money,” he said. “As a practical man, he said, ‘OK, you’re right on this. We cannot have a double attitude. We should all go in the same direction.’ So I really hope it will change.” Bae Ji-sook contributed to this article. ― Ed . By Elaine Ramirez (elaine@heraldcorp.com)

...he never got to do because he always made his own choices. “When I travel, I give something up to get something else. You can’t get everything,” he said. “And I always think about what I get. I don’t think about what I sacrifice. It’s a little optimistic.” Follow the Kimchi Bus on kimchibus.com or facebook.com/kimchibus. By Elaine Ramirez, Korea Herald correspondent ( elaine@heraldcorp.com )

...ears we were able to increase our performance. We made constant progress,” he added. “Although we did not make this ultimate step before, champions will do what they have to do and bring this thing to a good end. “We believed in it and we worked a lot for it. And if there is somebody who deserves it, then it’s this team.” By Elaine Ramirez, Korea Herald correspondent ( elaine@heraldcorp.com )

...d victories over Portugal, the U.S., Algeria, France in the quarterfinals and Brazil in the semifinals. Germany’s goalkeeper Manuel Neuer was awarded the Golden Glove award after his team conceded four goals in seven matches. Argentina captain and striker Lionel Messi, who scored four goals in the team’s first three games, won the Golden Ball award. By Elaine Ramirez, Korea Herald correspondent

...ctions, and competition from market leaders Volkswagen, GM, Ford and Fiat. “We know the market, this segment is very, very competitive so we must be No. 1 in terms of quality. So we do not concede on quality at all,” said Cesare, the factory manager. “I think this competitiveness makes us aware of continuous improvement.” By Elaine Ramirez, Korea Herald correspondent ( elaine@heraldcorp.com )